PHOTOS: Catalytic converter thief caught on camera at Reynolds School District, still at large
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – New details have come to light in the case of several catalytic converters that went missing from the Reynolds School District.
School leaders have released photos of the suspect — along with the vehicle they believe the suspect was using — after over Memorial Day weekend.
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Photos show a white '90s Ford passenger van and a suspect wearing dark clothing while carrying a black and red Milwaukie backpack.
District maintenance workers discovered the buses with missing catalytic converters early Tuesday morning. The devices, which contain precious metals, clean vehicle emissions and are a common target of thieves.
The materials stolen in this theft resulted in $27,000 worth of parts. An investigation revealed a hole in the fence in the back area.
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The school district has security cameras, a locked gate and fencing. However, officials say the district had to let go of the private security that patrolled the area due to budget cuts.
Anyone with information about the person or van in the photos should contact law enforcement.
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